The Ripple vs. SEC case has recently kept the crypto community at the edge. Annoyed XRP supporters have blamed the SEC for delays. However, legal experts have revealed some important details of the case.
Who is behind the delay?
According to lawyer Bill Morgan, it’s the ripples that actually cause the delay. In a recent post, experts explained that Ripple hopes to remove an injunction on how courts can sell XRP. Surprisingly, the SEC is working together and helping with the process.
It’s wrong. Ripple is the cause of delays. I hope that the injunction will dissolve. Rather than causing a delay, the SEC is actually bent backwards, helping Ripple melt the injunction. Ripple and SEC would have been resolved a few months ago, but Ripple wants to break up… https://t.co/1yprgxes0n
– Bill Morgan (@belisarius2020) June 18, 2025
Many people had hoped for quick payments a few months ago, but the case has been postponed as Ripple focuses on lifting these restrictions first.
One user asked Morgan if Ripple needed to clear the injunction to move forward. Morgan said “Ripple needs it, not XRP investors,” revealing that the move will primarily benefit Ripple’s ability to sell XRP to institutions.
Another question was raised: Can a judge remove the injunction, but still maintain the fine? The lawyer confirmed that the judge had the authority to do so.
A judge’s ruling to arrive earlier?
The community is frustrated with the ongoing delays in the Ripple vs SEC case. The next update for the Ripple vs. SEC case is set for August 15th, 2025. However, former SEC official Marc Fagel said the date was not due and the case was not delayed until then. He explained that judges can determine pending moves at any time, whether in hours, days or even weeks.
The SEC lawsuit is not delayed until August 15th. A district court judge can control motions pending for hours, days, or weeks (or months or years), but obviously not.
-Marc Fagel (@marc_fagel) June 18, 2025
In a previous tweet, Fagel also revealed that Judge Torres had already controlled Ripple last year, and issued a $115 million fine and a permanent injunction. This case continues only because both Ripple and the SEC have appealed and are seeking current changes. This is what they are, not judges.
According to Morgan, decisions could be faster. Any further delays could lead to new appeals and slow settlement consultations.
The parties signed the contract, suspended the appeal and filed the necessary claims. Now it all depends on Judge Torres, who is issuing trials. Once approved, Ripple pays a $50 million fine, the injunction is lifted, and both appeals will be removed.
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